Fine Art Commissions
Gallery & Events Manager, Ham, Nr Hungerford
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Position Title
Gallery and Events Manager
Start Date
ASAP
Organisation Name
Fine Art Commissions, Ham, Nr Hungerford, SN8 3RB
Type of Position
3-4 days (negotiable for right candidate) per week (Monday-Thursday). 9.30am - 5.30pm. Occasional evenings for events. One Saturday per month (10.30am-4pm).
Experience Requirement
Minimum 3 years’ experience in gallery management or 3 years’ experience in marketing and events with A level and/or degree in History of Art.
Salary
Competitive (dependent on experience)
How to Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter via email to sara@fineartcommissions.com
Description of Role
Fine Art Commissions is seeking an experienced, highly organised and commercially minded Gallery Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation of our gallery in Ham, Wiltshire. This is a pivotal role requiring a genuine passion for fine art and client service. Working closely with our Director, the Gallery Manager will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the gallery, marketing and events, managing exhibitions, overseeing client relationships, supervising our administrative assistant and maintaining the highest standards of presentation throughout the gallery. Please note that the Director divides her time between London and Ham and is in Scotland, on average, five days per month.
The successful candidate will be confident managing multiple projects, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate discretion when handling confidential information, and have a proactive, solution-focused approach.
Key Responsibilities
Gallery Management
- Manage the daily operation of the gallery and ensure the highest professional standards are maintained.
- Supervise the Gallery Assistant and allocate daily tasks and responsibilities which will include many of the following points.
- Maintain efficient gallery systems, procedures and records.
- Manage gallery budgets and monitor operational expenditure where required.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety, security and insurance requirements and gallery policies.
- Welcome clients and visitors to the gallery.
- Respond promptly to client enquiries and commission requests.
- Prepare presentations and portfolios.
- Support the Director in securing commissions and artwork sales.
- Maintain the client database, ensuring accurate records of all communications and transactions.
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Artist & Commission Management
- Act as the principal point of contact for represented artists and commissioned projects.
- Coordinate commission schedules between artists and clients.
- Monitor project progress and ensure deadlines are achieved.
- Prepare artist agreements and commission documentation where required.
- Maintain accurate records of artwork availability and pricing.
Exhibitions & Events
- Plan, organise and deliver exhibitions/events from concept through installation.
- Coordinate exhibition schedules and installation programmes.
- Liaise with artists, framers, installers, printers and external suppliers.
- Organise private views, gallery events and client dinners.
- Manage guest lists, invitations and event logistics.
- Support marketing initiatives associated with exhibitions.
Artwork Logistics
- Coordinate artwork transportation, shipping and installation.
- Liaise with specialist fine art shippers and couriers.
- Prepare customs and shipping documentation where applicable.
- Ensure all artworks are correctly catalogued, labelled and insured.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and location tracking.
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Marketing & Communications
- Work with the Director to coordinate marketing campaigns and exhibition publicity.
- Assist with website updates and social media content.
- Coordinate press releases, exhibition catalogues and promotional material.
- Ensure consistent presentation of the Fine Art Commissions brand across all communications.
Personal Specification
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- A genuine enthusiasm for fine art.
- Professional discretion
- Exceptional organisational and project management skills.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills.
- Commercial awareness and sales confidence.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
- Experience with CRM, XERO or gallery management software would be advantageous, but full training will be provided.
- A full UK driving licence.
About Fine Art Commissions
Fine Art Commissions, established in 1997, is a renowned fine art consultancy specialising in figurative commissions. Based in London and in Ham, near Hungerford, Wiltshire, the gallery works with leading artists to create significant commissioned artworks and curated collections for clients across the UK and abroad.
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